The seller refers to this 1988 Ford LTD Crown Victoria as a “collector-grade preserved example” and it sure looks like a time capsule. With just over 32,000 miles and all original other than maintenance parts, it looks like a… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Pint-Size Country Squire: 1973 Ford Pinto Wagon
When I was a kid growing up in the early 60’s, seeing wood – and fake wood at that – attached to the sides and tailgate of a station wagon was a head scratcher. It looked kinda cool, but… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1985 Toyota MR2
The Toyota MR2 is an emerging classic that remains relatively affordable – for now. They certainly make sense as a restoration candidate, as they can be purchased fairly cheaply as a project. Then again, when you look at what… more»
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Frame Off Restored: 1989 Pontiac Safari Wagon
I recently spoke to a seller of a car I had some interest in, and after making my offer, he told me that he had well more into the car than I was offering. Now, most of us understand… more»
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Fully Documented: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Finding a desirable classic like a 1965 Corvette Convertible that is original and unmolested will undoubtedly draw attention and generate interest. When that car comes with documentation that traces its entire history to Day One, that is the equivalent… more»
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43k Original Miles: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
If you scroll back through the Barn Finds archives, you will quickly discover that most of Pontiac’s pony car models that have graced the site for over a decade have worn Trans Am badges. That makes our feature car… more»
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SS 454 Pickup! 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
From 1964 to 1987, the El Camino was a “gentleman’s pickup” version of the mid-size Chevrolet Chevelle. Mechanically, it could be equipped any way you could order a Malibu, including the Super Sport option and the hot 454 cubic… more»
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39k Original Miles: 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Choosing a worthy project candidate can be fraught with danger, particularly for those tackling their first build. The world is littered with individuals who have placed their ambitions ahead of their abilities, biting off more than they can chew…. more»
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One Year Only: 1979 Buick “Palm Beach” LeSabre
A Buick LeSabre Palm Beach edition, really? With all of the discussion of Palm Beach, Florida real estate values that are circulating through the news these days, I don’t think a Buick LeSabre is going to cut it as… more»
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84k Original Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 396
It can sometimes be difficult to gauge the desirability of a classic car, but this 1968 Camaro RS/SS 396 leaves no doubt. Any vehicle that receives seventy-four bids in under a week has unquestionably struck a chord with potential… more»
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Wine Country Find: 1980 AMC Pacer DL
Saxon Yellow is the perfect color for this 1980 AMC Pacer DL. This era brings me back to double-knit pants and John Saxon movies, perfect for a Pacer. An AMC brochure says that the “Pacer has big car room… more»
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13k Original Miles: 1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary
There was a party in full swing at Chevrolet in 1997 as the company celebrated thirty years of Camaro production. What better way to mark the occasion than with a special edition recapturing the badge’s glory days? Thus, the… more»
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One-Owner Short Bed: 1988 Ford F-150
There’s a fine line between a pickup truck being considered a collectible and simply being a nice driver. This difference can lead to a wide gulf in the final sale price. In the case of this 1988 Ford F-150,… more»
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Halloween Interior: 1971 Dodge Demon 340
I’ve always wondered whether there is any such thing as automotive perfection because it is possible to find fault with most classics. However, this 1971 Dodge Demon 340 gives that title a fair shake. It has undergone a meticulous… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible
Enthusiasts seeking a drop-top motoring experience are spoiled for choice because most manufacturers from the 1960s and early 1970s offered some exciting alternatives in their pony and muscle car ranges. However, what if you wanted a car offering more… more»
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One Owner! 40K-Mile 1977 Chevrolet Impala
The 1970s were a tough time for the auto industry in the U.S., with an influx of new safety and emissions regulations, gas shortages and higher gas prices, and an influx of small, reliable imported vehicles. Most car companies… more»
